Ranked and evaluated top corporate vehicles - road-tested and assessed
In the ever-evolving world of company cars, finding a balance between low Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) tax and practicality is key. The latest list of top choices for 2025 includes both electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), focusing on low emissions, good electric range for PHEVs, and real-world usability.
Leading the pack is the Volkswagen ID.7, an electric sedan that boasts a strong electric range, good practicality, and a well-equipped interior. Business users of EVs are taxed on just 3% of the car's value, potentially saving them thousands of pounds in annual tax.
Other top EV picks include the BYD Seal, with a range of up to 354 miles, the BMW i4, offering up to 359 miles range and premium features, and the Kia EV6, a practical hatchback/SUV style vehicle that offers good value.
For those seeking plug-in hybrid options, the Volkswagen Golf PHEV and BMW X1 PHEV are worth considering. Both vehicles offer competitive tax rates based on their electric range and practical features such as good boot space.
Budget and practical options like the Dacia Spring and Citroën Ami are also on the list. Although they have very limited practicality outside urban environments, they offer extremely low BIK rates, making them excellent tax savers.
The MG5 EV stands out as a more spacious and practical EV estate option with low BIK and good ratings for company use. New models from BYD are also expected to enter the market with promising tax and range figures, expanding choices in plug-in hybrids and EVs.
This list reflects vehicles rated for their company car suitability by experts, balancing low tax costs with practical features suitable for everyday work use, such as interior space, range, and comfort. For precise BIK monthly tax and P11D prices, tailored to specific salary tax bands, consulting official tax calculators with exact vehicle choices is advised.
As electric cars have seen cost rises in recent years within the company car system, choosing a company car can still provide an excellent perk and potentially save money, despite reduced interest due to increased taxation.
- The latest advancements in technology, such as electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), are revolutionizing the company car landscape, offering low Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) tax, good electric range for PHEVs, and practical features for everyday work use.
- Business users of EVs can benefit from saving thousands of pounds in annual tax, thanks to technology developments that have resulted in tax being imposed on just 3% of the car's value, making these vehicles a financial advantage.
